In this endearing winter portrait, Bruce Graham captures a barred owl perched in a snowy forest, its dark eyes fixed on the lens. The owl’s distinctive plumage and expressive gaze bring a sense of personality to the quiet woodland scene, while the snow-covered branches and soft lighting evoke a peaceful, contemplative mood. As part of Bruce’s Signature Collection, this image reflects his gift for revealing the emotional depth of wildlife in its natural habitat.
Captured on January 5, 2021 at 09:18, this image was taken using a Canon EOS 90D with an EF100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM lens. The shot was composed at a focal length of 300mm, with settings of ISO 3200, aperture f/5.0, and shutter speed 1/400 sec, delivering crisp detail and balanced exposure in a snowy forest setting.
